School Supplies
Below you will find information about each individual class, will be able to download the Supply Lists, indicating the materials your children will need for the school year, as well as see some of the annual highlights of learning.
Kindergarten is a year full of firsts. After parents have been through the first tooth, the first words, the first steps, it’s now time for the first year partnering with a school to educate their child.
This is not a partnership that we take lightly. At Hope Lutheran Christian School, we recognize that each child is unique – a priceless treasure who holds much potential, and has many gifts that will be developed. We seek to work with parents to identify and develop these skills in students early on so they are set up for success in years to come.
Our Kindergarten program comes with many highlights. Our goal is to share who Jesus is as we unravel the mysteries of His world. Students are exposed to letters and numbers and have the chance to interact with others, and the world around them. Kindergarten at Hope is full of experiences, all of which point to Jesus. Kindergarten offers a stimulating environment where students learn through guided direction and through play. It is our goal to instill in students a love for learning, and a thirst for knowledge. Come and see our Kindergarten at Hope!
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In Grade 1, we focus on building our literacy, basic math, and social skills in order for us to be better able to explore and understands God’s world. A large part of our time is spent on reading instruction in decoding, fluency, and understanding. We also practice becoming better writers in order to express our thoughts and knowledge across all subject areas. Math is also a key area where we learn about basic math concepts such as patterning, adding, subtracting, measuring in order, money, and telling time in order to apply these things to problems and real world situations. Another area of focus is in learning social skills such as conflict resolution and how to be a good friend to others. Overall, Grade One is an eventful transitional year at our school full of learning and growth.
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Grade 2 follows the curriculum content as prescribed by the B.C. Ministry of Education. We endeavor to integrate the faith in every subject area through various means. The highlights of activities done in Grade Two are swimming lessons, gym sense (gymnastics), Sun Hang Do, and multiple field trips throughout the year. They learn french, hand chimes, and get to sing in choir as well as any school musicals. Grade Two students learn to work and play together, expressing themselves through art and drama. Different themes throughout the year even have them engaging in cooking and baking! Our goal is to nurture and develop each child’s natural abilities and gifts that God has given them.
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Welcome to Grade 3! And a wonderful year, it will be! Our focus will be to develop our students’ reading, writing and mathematical skills while helping them build their critical thinking abilities. A number of hands on activities have been planned along with exciting field trips that include going to the H.R MacMillan Space Center, geocaching, and the VanDusen Gardens. As our students’ grow in their abilities, we will encourage and support them in making healthy connections with each other in light of Christ. Knowing and growing their knowledge of and relationship with Christ will form a solid foundation for their person.
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Welcome to Grade 4! Many fun and exciting events are planned each year. Some of these include: – Studying ecosystems and habitats in science and exploring these further at the Vancouver Aquarium – Studying the Inuit and building models – Reading exciting new books
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Grade 5 is an exciting year to learn initiative and independence. Our Math Platoons are designed to be fun and to fit each child’s individual learning needs. There are a multitude of leadership opportunities like the Hope Ambassadors, primary classroom monitoring at lunch, Adopt-A-SPOT duties with the government of Port Coquitlam, organizing the Candy Gram fundraiser, as well guiding and greeting at many of our school events. Science is a lot of fun as we learn about our many organ systems, solutions, rock cycle, and even build our own simple machines! In Social Studies, we learn about the darker side of Canadian history, as well as the response that Canadians have had to these issues. We also learn more about the Canadian government and how we use our resources. In English Language Arts, the students explore different types of writing and texts through novel studies and Literature Circles. In Christian Studies, we explore God’s calling on our lives through studying the first Kings of Israel. We also touch on Apologetics to deepen the understanding of our faith. The grade 5s learn guitar and choir. They also participate in a number of sports, including a Track and Field event spanning across schools. They have many field trips; from swimming lessons to the Mine Museum, and the Cannery in Steveston. Strap yourself in for an amazing year!
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In Grade 6, you can expect to learn a lot, experience a growing relationship with Christ, and enjoy many activities. We will continue to learn and expand on all the important basics in Math platoons and will improve our sentence and paragraph writing skills in writing platoons. Language Arts is incredible as we learn to write and express in many creative ways, as well as read ridiculously rich genres. Social Studies and Science are always great as we learn about the world around us. In French, you will be immersed in a French-only classroom and begin to learn the language through gesturing, games, songs, and plays. Mix in some activity with PE and health, and you will become physically fit while learning more about God to improve your spiritual fitness.
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Grade 7 is an exciting year! Students have the opportunity to learn about a variety of ancient cultures in Social Studies through research and inquiry. In Science, they continue to learn about the world around them: elements, electricity, magnetism, evolution, and the changing climate of our world. Students continue to develop their skills and discover their passions in the areas of art, music, and athletics, as well as various applied skills (e.g. cooking, STEM, coding). Students delve into deeper themes through their reading in Language Arts and work on improving their writing skills. Through Christian Studies classes and weekly chapel services, Grade 7 students continue to explore their identity as God’s children. Additionally, they are encouraged to seek opportunities to serve Him in and out of school through their God-given gifts and talents.
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In Grade 8 students continue to build on the skills they have been learning throughout middle school. In Social Studies they explore the 7th Century to 1750 A.D. which includes topics such as the Middle Ages, feudal society, the Reformation, and colonization. Students learn about life at the cellular level in Science as well as molecular and atomic theory, the transference of energy, and plate tectonics. Students continue to develop their skills in the areas of art, music, and athletics, as well as various applied skills (e.g. cooking, STEM, coding, textiles). Students delve into deeper themes through their reading in Language Arts and work on improving their writing skills. Through Christian Studies classes and weekly chapel services, Grade 8 students continue to explore their identity as God’s children. Additionally, they are encouraged to seek opportunities to serve Him in and out of school through their God-given gifts and talents.
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